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Varsity Appoints Gombe Emir As Chancellor

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2 years ago

May 31, 2024

The Board of Trustees, North Eastern University, Gombe, has appointed the Emir of Gombe, Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, as the university’s First Chancellor.

Presenting the Appointment Letter to His Royal Highness in Gombe, the Board of Trustees Chairman, Alhaji Umaru Maigari, said the Emir of Gombe had met all the qualities of the esteemed position, which traditionally sought a prominent individual, and icon of unity, to serve as the ceremonial head of the university.

The BoT Chairman, who was represented by a board member, Awwal Babayo Shehu, said the appointment of a Chancellor aligned with the Nigerian Universities Commission’s Code of Governance for Private Universities.

“These sterling qualities have been the guiding principles of His Royal Highness’s reign, echoing the principles that guided his forefather Modibbo Bubayero in executing the Jihad under Shehu Usmanu Ɗanfodio. He has been executing the leadership mandates he inherited on the Gombe throne with excellence, promoting unity, philanthropy, and the protection of the weak and vulnerable members of society,” said Maigari.

“Your Royal Highness Sir, you have shown unwavering support for North-Eastern University, Gombe, therefore, by appointing you as our first Chancellor, we are not only honouring your significant contributions but also reinforcing our commitment to the ideals and goals that define North-Eastern University, Gombe,” Maigari said.

He said the institution believed that the leadership of the Emir of
Gombe would undoubtedly inspire the institution to achieve new academic excellence and community development heights.

The BoT Chairman therefore thanked the Emir of Gombe for accepting to serve as the first Chancellor of the great North Eastern University, Formally Pen Resource University.

“Your Royal Highness, we are deeply honoured to have you as part of our university family officially. We look forward to your visionary leadership and guidance as we embark on this exciting journey together,” said Maigari.

Abubakar said the delegation from the University to his palace, with almost all stakeholders present, was impressive and spoke volumes about the dedication and hard work of everyone involved.

He pledged to support the university in every way possible as Chancellor and to work tirelessly to ensure that the North-Eastern University, Gombe, remained a beacon of knowledge, innovation, and excellence in education.

“Together, we will continue to strive for greatness and make a lasting impact on the lives of our students and the world at large,” said Abubakar.

He is confident that Gombe will not be disappointed, because of the calibre of individuals behind North-Eastern University, who have shown dedication, passion, and professionalism.

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Ex-Minister Nwajiuba Declares Presidential Bid on ADC Platform

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5 hours ago

January 20, 2026

Nigerian Tracker

By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

Former Minister of State for Education, Emeka Nwajiuba, has officially announced his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

In a statement released on Monday, January 19, Nwajiuba highlighted the pressing need for leadership capable of crafting sound policies, negotiating effectively, and engaging grassroots political structures across the country.

The former minister, who had also served as House of Representatives member for two consecutive times, had previously sought the presidency in 2023 on the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform but did not advance through the party’s primaries.

Reflecting on his qualifications, Nwajiuba said, according to the statement, that “my experience across the legislature, the executive arm of government and key national institutions has equipped me with a deep understanding of governance, public finance and policy formulation.”

The statement outlined that Nwajiuba’s campaign will prioritise education reform, economic stabilisation, and the restoration of public trust in government institutions, describing these areas as critical to Nigeria’s development.

It added, “Experience, policy depth and institutional knowledge will form the central pillars of the leadership he intends to offer.”

“With his declaration, Nwajiuba joins a growing list of aspirants aiming to shape the national conversation ahead of the next general election, as debates around competence, experience and inclusive governance continue to gain momentum,” the statement noted.

The announcement positions Nwajiuba among a field of candidates seeking to present alternatives to the current administration, emphasising technical competence and practical governance experience as defining features of his 2027 bid.

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CITAD Rallies Men as Allies Against Gender-Based Violence

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19 hours ago

January 19, 2026

Nigerian Tracker

The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has urged men to actively join the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) and support the promotion of gender equality across communities.

The appeal was made on Monday during a one-day training organised for Male Feminist Network (MFN) champions at the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) headquarters in Kano.

The training, which attracted 70 participants, was organised for members of CAN, Kano State chapter. The programme was supported by the Ford Foundation through the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development.

Speaking at the event, MFN Project Officer, Mr Sani Sa’idu, said the initiative was aimed at equipping men with the knowledge and skills to challenge gender-based violence and promote inclusive and respectful communities.

Sa’idu, who spoke on the topic “Gender, Feminism, Masculinities and GBV Awareness”, said the training was designed to build a movement of men committed to equality and the elimination of GBV.

“The aim of this training is to build a movement of men who are committed to equality, challenging harmful stereotypes and ending gender-based violence,” he said.

He added that the programme sought to empower men to become allies in the struggle for women’s rights and to advocate for inclusive and safe communities.

Also speaking, Apostle Samaila Joshua Asake, PhD, Chairman of the Youth Wing of CAN in Kano State, commended CITAD for taking the initiative to faith-based organisations.

Asake said engaging men, especially within religious institutions, was critical to addressing gender-based violence and fostering positive masculinity.

Similarly, the Secretary of CAN in Kano State, Rev. Ayuba Apollos Sabo, praised CITAD for organising the training and called for sustained collaboration to address social challenges.

“The church has a key role to play in promoting values of respect, justice and protection of the rights of women and girls,” Sabo said.

CITAD also used the occasion to call on men across communities to actively join efforts aimed at ending gender-based violence and promoting gender equality.